Overview

• Head coach Hansi Flick said Yamal’s comeback is “very close,” but the staff ruled him out vs. Real Oviedo and are likely to sit him against Real Sociedad to avoid setbacks before PSG.
• Luis de la Fuente brushed off Flick’s complaints about Spain’s use of Yamal, saying he neither remembers nor is interested in the remarks.
• The Spanish federation said it received no pre-break warning from Barcelona about Yamal’s issue, while separate reports claim Spain’s medical team knew, leaving conflicting accounts.
• Yamal has missed Valencia, Getafe and Newcastle United, and he remains out after returning from Spain duty with groin/pubic discomfort.
• Barcelona confirmed Gavi underwent arthroscopy on his right knee meniscus, projecting a recovery time of around four to five months.